Origi eager to make affect in his new position as Harambee Stars goalkeeper coach

Origi eager to make affect in his new position as Harambee Stars goalkeeper coach

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Former Harambee Stars goalkeeper Arnold Origi has mentioned his latest appointment because the goalkeeper coach for the nationwide staff.

Origi was handed the goalkeeping position following modifications made to the Harambee Stars technical bench. With the exit of coach Engin Firat, Football Kenya Federation (FKF) moved to nominate Francis Kimanzi on an interim foundation. Kimanzi shall be assisted by Zedekiah ‘Zico’ Otieno and John Kamau, whereas Origi was drafted in to the goalkeeping position.

Speaking for the primary time after the appointment, Origi, who performed skilled soccer in Norway, opened up about his return to Harambee Stars, his sudden shift into teaching, and his ideas on the gamers in camp.

“Being back with the national team is a great feeling – it’s always an honor,” Origi stated. “I’ve had the privilege of representing Harambee Stars as a participant, and now I’m right here as a goalkeeper coach. It’s a special position, however one I’ve grown to like.

“My transfer into teaching wasn’t deliberate. My position mannequin was Gianluigi Buffon, who performed effectively into his 40s, and I needed to observe in his footsteps. But after my final contract at FC Hord in Norway, discovering supply grew to become actually powerful.

“As you get older, it’s just how the game works. Luckily, I had completed my UEFA coaching badges for goalkeepers, and when I got the chance to train keepers at Östersund, I realised it was something I truly enjoyed. That’s where my coaching journey started.”

On the appointment of Kimanzi, Origi stated: “Coach Francis Kimanzi is someone I respect a lot. I worked with him as a player, and I’ve always admired his approach to the game. He’s demanding, but that’s what this team needs to progress. It feels great to work with him again in a different capacity.”

On his first day at work and dealing with goalkeepers – goalkeepers Farouk Shikalo (KCB FC), Byrne Omondi (Bandari FC), Sebastian Wekesa (Kariobangi Sharks), and Morgan Ambuka (Murang’a Seal) – Origi stated: “These keepers are good, and I see them as more than just players – they’re like younger brothers and friends to me. They’ve got potential, but there’s always room for improvement, and that’s my job here.”

Harambee Stars are in camp getting ready for the Mapinduzi Cup set for Zanzibar from third to thirteenth January 2025.

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